Cleaning The Trackball - Compaq Armada 1100 Reference Manual

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Cleaning the Trackball

Operate the trackball with clean hands. Under normal conditions,
you only need to wipe the computer case and trackball with a dry
soft cloth. If the cursor begins to skip or move abnormally when
using the trackball, follow these steps to remove and clean it:
1. Turn off the computer by pressing Shut Down from the Start
menu.
2. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC Adapter if it
is plugged in.
3. Loosen the retaining ring n by placing the trackball tool o
over the retaining ring and turning it about 20 degrees
counterclockwise.
Removing the Trackball
4. Remove the retaining ring.
5. Remove the ball from the housing.
6. Gently clean the ball with tap water or isopropyl alcohol. When
done, rinse it with water and dry it with a lint-free cloth.
7. Before replacing the ball, clean the trackball assembly. Refer to
"Cleaning Inside the Trackball Assembly."
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CAUTION: To avoid damage to the trackball, do not use an
abrasive cleaner on it.